Pet Services in Highland Springs

Upon entering Petite Pet Inn & Spa, guests can't help but think, "These dogs think they're people!" as the staff lavishes pups with full manicures and relaxing hydromassages. When owners drop off their furry friends, they can rest assured that they are enjoying a resort experience, whether they're staying for the day or overnight. Only dogs on the smaller side of the canine spectrum are allowed inside this posh yet homey environment, which the staffers scour with a chemical-free, hypoallergenic cleaning process imported from Milan, Italy. The lounge is packed with comfortable chairs and an antique piano, where dogs can watch staffers tickle the ivories and then jealously growl at the ivories. In the spa's spacious, fenced-in backyard, tail waggers can caper about during supervised play sessions, chewing toys and racing through an accordion-like tunnel.

After pooches play, groomers set to work cleansing coats before drying them with Snyder pet dryers, which evaporate water with a stress-reducing warm breeze. In addition to play time and pampering, canines can head to the spa for obedience training and socialization immersion, developing good manners for playing at the park or attending the next charity gala.

Prices for self-grooming services depend on the size of your dog and coat thickness (starting at $10 for a tiny pooch with a short coat and climbing up to $22 for a huge, shaggy dog, as long as it is not actually a transmogrified mandog). Waist-high grooming tubs have an adjustable tub restraint to ensure your pooch and its rubber duckies remain still during bath time. You'll also be given a waterproof apron to protect against surprise shake-offs. Choose a favored aroma from the five two-in-one shampoo/conditioners, work up a furry lather, and feel free to utilize the ear, eye, and dental wipes. At this point, you might want to jump in the tub yourself for a quick scrub, but it's best to stave off wet dog smell by using the low-heat blow dryers, chamois cloth, and two towels that are provided. If there's a special tree that your dog has been eyeballing during walks, give him a little spray of designer doggy cologne or perfume for a quick confidence boost.